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Texas Federal Court Blocks FTC Non-compete Rule | Legal Update

August 27, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

On August 20, 2024, a Texas federal court blocked the FTC’s rule banning most employment non-compete agreements, imposing a nationwide injunction. Although non-competes remain valid for now, an appeal is likely. Earlier this year, the FTC’s sweeping ‘Final Rule’ aimed to invalidate most non-compete agreements, but Judge Ada Brown of the Northern District of Texas found the rule ‘arbitrary and capricious.’ As the legal battle continues, employers are not required to alter their non-compete strategies at this time

What to Do If You’ve Been Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault in Ohio

August 7, 2024 | Sebaly Shillito + Dyer

Being falsely accused of any crime, especially sexual assault, is a harrowing experience that can have devastating consequences on your personal and professional life, even when you did not do what you have been accused of.

In Ohio, sexual assault allegations are taken very seriously. If you or someone you know is accused, even falsely, you can face severe penalties, including imprisonment, fines, and a permanent criminal record.

If you find yourself falsely accused of sexual assault in Ohio, you need to understand your rights and take immediate action to protect yourself. 

Podcast: Surveillance with a Purpose

August 5, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

How many of you are using camera’s or listening in on your employee phone calls? What should a business be considering if you want to implement this technology?

Podcast: The Status of the FTC Rule on Non-Competes

July 16, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

Who is the Federal Trade Commission and why are they changing the way we use non-competes?

Non-Compete Update: Texas Federal Court Considers A Challenge to the FTC Non-Compete Ban

July 12, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

The Court’s July 3 decision, while only preliminary and temporary, is important because it hints at how the Court is leaning

The Human Resource – Politics in the Workplace – ICRC-TV – June 2024

June 27, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

How much of what your employees are discussing can you control? When it comes to politics, more then you may realize. Karl Ulrich joins Pandy to review how to control and monitor politics and controversial topics during business hours. They talk about what’s permitted and what should employers be doing now to prepare for the upcoming election.

The Human Resource – Navigating Unions – ICRC-TV – June 13, 2024

June 27, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

Karl R. Ulrich from Sebaly Shillito + Dyer and Pandy Pridemore discuss unions in the workplace.

The Human Resource – Challenges of Foreign Workers – ICRC-TV – May 6, 2024

June 27, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

Karl R. Ulrich from Sebaly Shillito + Dyer and Pandy Pridemore discuss the challenges of foreign workers in the workplace.

How to Expunge a Misdemeanor Conviction in Ohio

June 11, 2024 | Sebaly Shillito + Dyer

Your misdemeanor won’t go away on its own. Fortunately, Ohio law provides a process called expungement that allows eligible offenders to remove their criminal records under certain circumstances. 

“Behind the White House Curtain” a Senior Journalist’s Story of Covering the President – and Why It Matters

May 21, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

Herman, the author of a new book, Behind the White House Curtain, will share his observations and challenges covering the President of the United States on a daily basis from a uniquely proximate position.

2024 Wage and Hour Update: Department of Labor Issues “Final” Employee Exemption Rule

May 2, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

On April 23, 2024, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) announced its “final” rule updating the key employee exemptions from the minimum wage and overtime pay requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”).

FTC Issues Final Rule Banning Many Employment Non-Compete Clauses

April 30, 2024 | Karl R. Ulrich

On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enacted a transformative rule that invalidates many existing non-compete agreements, marking a significant shift in employment law. This final rule, which the FTC argues addresses “unfair competition” under the Federal Trade Commission Act of 1914, will take effect 120 days after its publication in the Federal Register. The rule not only prohibits new non-compete clauses post its effective date but also nullifies existing agreements, except for those involving senior executives defined by specific earnings and roles. This decisive action by the FTC, anticipated since its initial proposal in January 2023, modifies a long-standing business practice and is expected to face legal challenges from various stakeholders.